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Lebanon’s death penalty: A history of use, suspension, and abolition
Minister of Justice Adel Nassar described the abolition of the death penalty as an important forward step for Lebanon, and said that it is not about being lenient toward crime or criminals, noting that the death penalty has not been carried out in Lebanon for 20 years and that it hinders any possibility of recovering criminals who flee to countries that have abolished the death penalty.
From degrees to deliveries: How Lebanon’s crisis is reshaping youth careers
“I started working at a delivery company during my third and final year at university to cover the remaining part of my tuition. When I graduated with a degree in information technology about three years ago, I did not leave this job until I could secure a position in my field. Until now, I have not found an opportunity that matches my current salary, which ranges between 1000 and 1200 dollars.” This is how Khaled Kazmi, in his twenties, describes his journey as a delivery driver in Beirut.
Remote learning in Lebanon and the challenges facing students with special needs
The remote education experience in Lebanon does not seem easy for students in regular grades. Weak internet, electricity outages, and disparities in families’ ability to provide devices for each child are all factors that make learning through a screen a daily challenge.
Minister of Education addresses exams, school closures, and curriculum reform amid crisis
Despite the growing tendency of public sentiment under the conditions of war and displacement to focus exclusively on safety, food, and water, education remains an equally urgent need that cannot be overlooked or postponed. This is especially true because attending schools and universities, and even engaging in remote learning, gives children and young people a sense of continuity, safety, and routine.
Nabatieh struggles to recover as fragile truce fails to restore normal life
In Nabatieh, located in the heart of Jabal Amel, silence on the third day does not resemble a truce. The streets, which are supposed to rest after the announcement of a temporary ceasefire, remain covered with the rubble of two wars, an older one that was never fully cleared and a newer one that has made the already harsh scene even more severe.
Ali keeps vigil over Ain el Mreisseh rubble as search for his sister Zahraa remains inconclusive
With a pale face and tired features, Ali Abboud stands for hours every day at the rubble of the destroyed building caused by an Israeli attack in Ain el Mreisseh, waiting for news about the fate of his sister, who has been missing since the “Black Wednesday” of 8 April. Ali, the sole survivor of his family after the Ain el Mreisseh airstrike, as he was outside the house at the time, lost his two aunts in the attack, while his older sister Malak was injured.
Beirut strikes aftermath deepens as missing persons crisis and rubble searches continue
*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:3dd8088a-a042-4d59-9610-99853d5d2a7b-0" data-testid="conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant">Conflicting figures, delayed identification, and ongoing recovery efforts reveal the full scale of destruction days after the raids across Beirut and southern suburbs. A hospital in Beirut is receiving victims of Israeli massacres on Wednesday (AFP).
Beirut struggles with overcrowding and rising tensions as displacement continues
A month after the displacement, with more than a million Lebanese having left their homes and regions and a large number concentrated in Beirut, specifically in its western sector, either in shelters or on the streets, many, including members of parliament and local figures, fear issues that could threaten the safety of both the displaced and the original residents of Beirut.
Kfardebian - Lebanon: A Shining Beacon of Winter Sports
Kfardebian, at the heart of winter tourism in Lebanon, serves as a constant and prominent symbol of the Lebanese and tourists' connection with snow for decades. Situated at high altitudes in the western Lebanon mountain range, this oasis offers one of the most renowned ski fields in the Middle East, where the harsh terrain's natural beauty meets vibrant tourism activity.
Lebanon’s environmental crisis in 2025: When climate, corruption, and public rights collide
A year marked by illegal construction, deforestation, and waste mismanagement shows how environmental degradation has become a governance failure. Environmental violations in Lebanon. (Websites) As the end of 2025 approaches, Lebanon’s environmental reality has emerged as one of the country’s most pressing challenges - not as an abstract ethical debate or theoretical concern, but as a matter of public rights and national responsibility.
Lebanon sets new Guinness World records in festive Christmas celebrations
Before Christmas, news spread across websites and social media that Lebanon had entered the Guinness World Records by breaking two holiday-related records. The first was for the longest recital, held at a school in Kfardebian, involving around 135 choirs and vocalists and 200 musicians, and lasting approximately 170 hours. The second record was for the largest number of letters sent to Santa Claus within 24 hours, achieved by the city of Batroun.
Lebanese Justice Minister Adel Nassar to Annahar: The Beirut Port investigation is advancing with unprecedented momentum
As 2025 draws to a close, the Lebanese government is nearing ten months since it secured a vote of confidence from Parliament. During this period, ministers have begun tackling a wide array of files accumulated over years of political paralysis and institutional vacuum. Among all ministries, however, the Ministry of Justice has emerged as one of the most heavily burdened, given the complexity and sensitivity of the issues under its mandate.
Education in Southern Lebanon Has Not Yet Recovered
Education is more than classrooms and books. It is safety, stability, and the freedom to dream. Ten months after the ceasefire, children in southern Lebanon still have none. Every September, villages along Lebanon’s southern border used to welcome the new school year with familiar rituals: children’s voices filling the schoolyards, mothers accompanying their sons and daughters on the first day, crisp notebooks tucked under arms, and brightly colored backpacks on little shoulders. .
Christmas markets light up Lebanon
Dozens of wooden huts and tents, adorned with Christmas lights, line both sides of the streets. The aroma of food fills the air, music plays, and families stroll by - this is the scene at the temporary Christmas markets that have emerged across various regions of Lebanon in recent years. Often set up in public squares or historic streets, these markets have evolved into lively social gathering spaces and seasonal economic drivers.
Hadi Habib... The Lebanese Tennis Player Who Defied the Odds and Made It to the Grand Slam
"I used to go to that abandoned court every day after school," he says. "There was no coach, no modern equipment, not even a net. But I felt like the game was magical." The journey from those humble beginnings to professional tennis was far from easy. “In Lebanon, football is the number one sport,” he says with a laugh.
Hicham Najdi Presents Tyre as He Sees It… A City of Peace
Seventeen years ago, Hicham began his journey from his city, Tyre, and managed through social media to present the city in its full, peaceful, and authentic light. He created the “Official Tyre Page” to highlight the city as never before. He refused to turn his page into an advertising space, despite the many requests he received. He believed tourism is a cultural responsibility, and that Tyre deserved to be highlighted, not exploited.
Hania Zaatari Develops a Chatbot to Support Displaced People in Lebanon - Report by Nour Marzouk
Hania Zaatari, a mechanical engineering specialist and head of the Licensing and Monitoring Division at the South Regional Authority, launched a personal initiative to support displaced people during the latest war on Lebanon. Leveraging technology to streamline aid distribution, she developed a WhatsApp-based chatbot—an automated messaging system that allows displaced people to request assistance from their homes, eliminating the need to visit field centers.
Rivoli Cinema Returns: A Space for Unity through Art - Report by Hasan Sendian
After 50 years of absence, Rivoli Cinema in Rayak is making a comeback—not just as a tribute to its past but with a new and refreshed identity. The restoration project began as a personal initiative by its owners, Elias Chebabi and Kamal Okeis, grandsons of the cinema’s founders, Jean and Yacoub Chebabi. Despite Lebanon’s recent crisis, the renovation efforts never stopped.
"Kifna?" Initiative: Healing Together through Sharing our Stories - Report by Rabih Younes and Ali Zalzali
The “Kifna” initiative provided many individuals the opportunity to participate in "release sessions," where they could openly share their emotions and challenges. These sessions, organized across different age groups, were facilitated by psychotherapist Hanan Nasr, who guided participants in discussing the hardships they faced during the war.
Amani Al-Khatib: The Journey of an Activist and Insider Mediator - Report by Abeer Marzouk
The videos and interviews and other information mentioned in this platform do not necessarily reflect the views of the UNDP and the donor. The content is the sole responsibility of the authors. Social activist and insider mediator, Amani Al-Khatib, from the Iqlim Al-Kharroub region, seeks to foster positive and effective communication between individuals and communities through her volunteer work, especially during times of crisis.
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